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Posted by Kath on April 6, 2008, at 15:59:19
I'm feeling somewhat uncomfortable about my eating situation.
I'm 5 feet 5 1/2 inches tall. Over the past couple of weeks I've gained about 3 pounds. I was down to about 112 pounds (even lower than when I got married 14 years ago - 113 at an all-time low). So I'm now about 115 pounds. My scale gives different readings, so I do 3 or 4 weigh-ins & take the most frequently shown number!
Today it's almost 5 pm & I had 1 small yogurt & a banana for breakfast. The early afternoon 1 piece of bread with a slice of cheese on it, & a cup of tea. Oh yes, and a half glass of juice. Some days I have only breakfast & supper.
Last week though, I was actually feeling hungry sometimes!! I always eat a good supper & a serving as big as my husband's.
So now, my one pair of cords is feeling snug. They're ones I bought fairly recently, so I shouldn't put too much importance on the fact that they're snug I guess.I don't want to not be able to wear clothes I like. Before starting Celexa, in about 2000, I wanted to gain weight. On Celexa, I was really happy to gain to about 135 I think it was or maybe 137. Lots of summer stuff didn't fit me near the end though & I did NOT like that. Then when I stopped Celexa, about 2 years ago, I gradually lost weight again, but recently was 112 or 113 - way too low for 5 ft 5 1/2 inches.
I used to feel okay about eating during the day, but simply didn't get around to it. Lately the thought of eating breakfast has been yuk! So I've been trying to force myself to eat something for breakfast.On Wed, Thurs & Fri, I actually was WANTING to eat between breakfast & lunch. That felt good & having gained a few pounds felt good.
Up until now I don't think I've had an eating disorder. But when I put my hands on my stomach yesterday & earlier today, I perceived myself - well, not myself, but my stomach & hips, as fat.
Which is silly, I now realize, as I thought OKAY -I'm doing a reality check - just went & measured myself & these are my measurements:
(I'm 'pear-shaped')bust 31"
waist 27"
hips 35"
I used to be 33" 30" 39" so if I 'feel' fat at this weight, that is NOT accurate. However, there IS 'grabable' fat from my waist down!
This isn't a huge big deal, except that it seems to me that I 'should' gain more weight to be a good, healthy weight. But now, I don't want to! And it seems sort of ridiculous to be 'watching what I eat' at 115 pounds & 5'5" !!!Any comments?
Kath
Posted by Phillipa on April 6, 2008, at 16:48:57
In reply to Should I be concerned? regarding my weight?, posted by Kath on April 6, 2008, at 15:59:19
Used to be l00lbs and 5 feet and add 5 lbs for each inch so that would compute to l27.5 I think quickly off top of head and the fact that you were very slim when married sounds normal for you. But be careful as you definitely are not fat. Love Phillipa geez envy your weight and measurements.
Posted by Kath on April 6, 2008, at 16:56:38
In reply to Re: Should I be concerned? regarding my weight? » Kath, posted by Phillipa on April 6, 2008, at 16:48:57
I think I was around 125 for many years. I lost a tremendous amount of weight about 20 years ago, when my then-husband had an affair & I was devastated.
I can't remember if I ever gained it back between then & when my husband & I were married about 5 years later.
Thx for your input.
I think that about 125 would actually be a healthy weight for me, but when I think of gaining 10 pounds that feels pretty concerning for me right now.
:-) Kath
Posted by Kath on April 6, 2008, at 18:43:39
In reply to Should I be concerned? regarding my weight?, posted by Kath on April 6, 2008, at 15:59:19
Sorry - someone just told me that there is an eating board!!
Kath
Posted by TexasChic on April 6, 2008, at 20:19:08
In reply to Re: Should I be concerned? regarding my weight?, posted by Kath on April 6, 2008, at 18:43:39
Or this could go to the health board. Or it could go here! It sounds to me as if you're more concerned about 'tone' than 'weight'. I'm certainly not one to advise, but IMHO, rather than worry about your weight - which is quite low - maybe what you are really wanting to do is firm up some muscle? Have you tried a personal trainer?
-T
Posted by karen_kay on April 8, 2008, at 9:24:22
In reply to Should I be concerned? regarding my weight?, posted by Kath on April 6, 2008, at 15:59:19
my silly sister had me convinced i had an eating disorder because i was taking that stupid medication and couldn't eat. (grrr to silly sister!!!)
yahooo!! i've gained weight and finally have boobs (ok, little ones, but they're still there!!! i swear, you just have to squint and i have to lean in a bit, but they're there!)...
anywhoooo.. what was i saying? if you're concerned because you want to be in better shape, then take tc's advice and tone up or whatever. i think your measurements sound perfect (as long as that 31 is a C or D :), if you think they are hun.
i think we all have different eating habits and styles. since the dr changed my meds, i still don't eat much during the day (like you, i tend to forget and breakfast is a major no no in my book!!), but pig out on burritos at night.
if it's somethign you want to change, for yourself (not your dh or anyone else) then do it. but, don't be too concerned about it dear. unless you start to obsess.
sh*t, nevermind. i don't know :) but i don't think you should be worrying aobut your weight, not by your given measurements. and about yoru eating habits... i know someone else who only used to eat dinner. i think she has similar measurements/weight as you. she wouldn't touch a thing until dinner, just wasn't hungry. at the time i always thought it strange, but now my eating habits have changed and i understand it better.
take care of you. my son's cleanign the coffee table with face wash (man,t hat stuff cost 25 bucks!!), so i gotta run!
Posted by Kath on April 10, 2008, at 18:41:06
In reply to Re: Should I be concerned? regarding my weight? » Kath, posted by TexasChic on April 6, 2008, at 20:19:08
> Or this could go to the health board. Or it could go here! It sounds to me as if you're more concerned about 'tone' than 'weight'. I'm certainly not one to advise, but IMHO, rather than worry about your weight - which is quite low - maybe what you are really wanting to do is firm up some muscle? Have you tried a personal trainer?
>
> -T******Good point!!!!!!!!! You're right - it's not the number on the scale that's a concern - it's the flab!
Hmmmm - as to a personal trainer - the thought of actually DOING something is way too uncomfortable for me. My goal is to get doing Tai Chi again. I began in Nov, but had a minor car accident - a guy rear-ended me. When I tried to go back, I couldn't translate 'seeing' the moves demonstrated, to me 'doing' them. I'd been able to do it before. My chiropractor says that the damage in my neck probably resulted in a nerve still not functioning properly.
I wonder if Tai Chi tones? I suspect it does. I love it.
Thanks for pointing out that to me!
:-) Kath
Posted by Kath on April 10, 2008, at 18:49:24
In reply to 1k,, posted by karen_kay on April 8, 2008, at 9:24:22
Thanks!
I realize that I'm not skinny. And as far as the 31 goes, I'm NOT C or D but maybe B, or at least A++ My Mom was a DD. I am eternally greatful that I don't take after her! She had big gouges in her shoulders where her bra-straps had created dints.
I'm not concerned about what anyone else thinks...just me! :-)
Yeah - maybe I'm getting caught up in the 'numbers game'. Next time I go to the doctor, I'm going to ask him what he thinks.
After talking with a RL friend about it, she suggested thinking 'non-sweet' for breakfast if I'm not wanting to eat. For the past few days I've been happily having bread with old cheddar cheese & sliced tomatoe - grilled in the oven, for breakfast. It's somehow way more appealing than cereal, yogurt or sweeter type things.
Thanks for your support.
Hope ya were able to rescue the cream!
hugs, 1k
Posted by karen_kay on April 17, 2008, at 16:57:36
In reply to 2k, posted by Kath on April 10, 2008, at 18:49:24
i like to butter the bread, then put some oregano on it, tomato and then add (wait for it, wait for it!!!) mozarella cheese instead of cheddar.
man, i haven't had one of those sandwiches in a while. i might have to go to the grocery and get the stuff....
take care, far inferior k :)
kk (notice, i have 2 K's!!!)
Posted by Kath on April 17, 2008, at 19:05:27
In reply to mmmm tomato bread! » Kath, posted by karen_kay on April 17, 2008, at 16:57:36
> i like to butter the bread, then put some oregano on it, tomato and then add (wait for it, wait for it!!!) mozarella cheese instead of cheddar.
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> man, i haven't had one of those sandwiches in a while. i might have to go to the grocery and get the stuff....
>
> take care, far inferior k :)
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> kk (notice, i have 2 K's!!!)********Sounds yummmmeeee!!
Now, for the important stuff: kk, you seem to be under the impression that someone with just 1 K is inferior to someone with 2 k's.
Here is the actual truth: (wait for it! wait for it!)
1 K (or THIS one in particular) is QUITE enough in and of itself. Therefore, for anyone ELSE, it's necessary for them to have 2, or indeed 3 k's - who knows - maybe even more! to equal the person with only 1 K.
You're welcome - (I heard you shouting a LOUD 'oh THANK YOU Kath, for showing me the truth in this important matter')
;-) Jeez - maybe I should get a life, no?
Actually I do lately! I'm getting ready for my pottery sale!
Hugs to ya kk, luv, Kath
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